Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 4408630 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 1 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | $4.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $4.99 |
| Current price USD | $4.99 |
| Release date | Apr 29, 2026 |
| Developer | jake o'reilly |
| Publisher | jake o'reilly |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | 4 user reviews |
| Positive review percent | 100% |
| Positive reviews | 4 |
| Negative reviews | 0 |
| Total reviews | 4 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 47 |
| Average playtime forever | 461 minutes |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/4408630/ |
Short description
Destroy Aliens, earn Stars, upgrade EVERYTHING. Blast enemies, power up your ship, unlock stronger aliens, and watch your Stars soar.
About this game
Starshot Idle is a simple Retro Space-Themed Shooter Idle that sits on your desktop and runs while you work or game! Blast through enemies, collect Stars, and power up your Ship until it becomes an unstoppable Alien-melting machine. Features: - Pin & Play : keep Starshot Idle floating on your screen while you work and game - Perfect for a second monitor or background play - Shoot Aliens to earn Stars - Upgrade your Ship, Bullets, and Aliens - Retro space arcade–inspired visuals and gameplay How to Play: Start by manually shooting Aliens to earn Stars, then spend them in the Shop to upgrade your Ship and Aliens. As you progress, Aliens level up and evolve into tougher forms with bigger rewards. Unlock AutoShot to let your ship fire automatically while your upgrades do the work. Aliens appear in different orders and types, keeping progress fresh while your power steadily grows. The further you go, the stronger both you and your enemies become.
Supported languages
English